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Zulfa

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Meaning

First part of the night

Linguistic Origin

Arabic

Islamic Classification

General Muslim usage

Regional Usage

Worldwide Muslim usage

Global Spellings

Arabic زلفا
Urdu زلفہ
Persian زلفا
Turkish ZΓΌlfa
Bengali জুলফা
Pashto زلفه
Capturing elegance and depth, Zulfa stands out as a meaningful name for your daughter. The name holds the profound meaning of 'First part of the night', reflecting qualities that parents often wish to bestow upon their child.

In Arabic culture, names are more than labels; they are prayers. Zulfa is widely respected for its positive connotations. It is an excellent choice for a modern Muslim family honoring tradition.

Reference Profile

Etymology

From the Arabic زلفى (zulfa), 'nearness, closeness (to God)' - a Quranic term.

Islamic Significance

The Quran gives the stars a use rather than a portent: it is He who placed for you the stars that you may be guided by them through the darknesses of the land and sea (6:97).

Cultural / Regional Usage

Used across the Muslim world, particularly as a girl's name.